Education Coordinator - Graduate Programs - Lehigh Valley

Job Details

The Education Coordinator provides academic administration, coordination and support for the implementation and administration of assigned graduate nursing programs at Lehigh Valley. The Education Coordinator works in conjunction with Program Directors, Assistant Program Directors and Chair of Programs on adhering to accreditation and compliance regulations and ensuring smooth operations of assigned programs. The Coordinator provides independent complex support for the Programs and assigned committee(s).

In collaboration with Education Coordinators ensures efficiencies are relevant, stable and productive.

Essential Functions:

Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Coordinates program logistics, completes necessary paperwork and coordinates students from beginning to end of their life cycles. Communicates and addresses all student‑related and operational concerns in a timely manner. Assists in ensuring the program meets requirements and standards to maintain accreditation. Coordinates activities based on thorough understanding of the accreditation requirements.

Coordinates implementation of policies and procedures for the Program. Working closely with students for assigned cohorts, ensures clinical objectives and credentialing are met. Develops databases and assessing efficiencies to ensure accurate, efficient reporting of data . Continually assesses and directs a wide range of programmatic issues including long range planning, developing projects, analyzing administrative workflow, maintaining databases, communicating with faculty and students regarding a range of issues Duties include applicant interview coordinating, onboarding paperwork, and constant communication throughout the year both with each Director as well as each student.

The Coordinator must have high level computer skills critical to this position with the ability to learn and utilize existing computer based programs such as Banner and Blackboard. The Coordinator needs well‑developed organizational and problem solving skills, including ability to prioritize, plan and manage time, with attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication are necessary for this position.

The Coordinator must use initiative, be self‑directed, and able to work independently with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.

The Coordinator continually acts as a liaison between students, faculty and university administration when necessary; he/she must be able to establish relationships and acts as a liaison to clinical sites, internal departments, and divisions regarding recruitment, orientation, annual program, Affiliation Agreements, and external rotations. The Coordinator manages the evaluative process related to students, program, faculty, and rotations within an established, rigid timeframe.

This position involves the interpretation and application of accrediting agencies, and university policies to support compliance. Coordinator assists in the preparation for accreditation Site Visits and internal reviews The Coordinator provides administrative supervision and guidance to the students and fellows regarding administrative issues, due dates, and deadlines. Other duties as assigned.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED required. (Bachelor’s degree preferred.)
Experience: Minimum of 5 years Administrative experience preferred. Previous university experience preferred.

Candidate must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively…